In Niamey, Antonio Guterres "salutes the democratic life of Niger"
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres was received by Mohamed Bazoum on May 2, 2022. AFP - ISSOUF SANOGO
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After Dakar, the secretary general has been in Niamey since Monday, May 2.
This step should allow him to realize the security and humanitarian situation prevailing in the Tillabéry region, not far from the border with Mali.
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With our correspondent in Niamey,
Moussa Kaka
Security, humanitarian issues and good governance in Niger were at the center of discussions between Antonio Guterres and President Mohamed Bazoum.
During this first visit, the UN Secretary General paid tribute to Niger's democracy.
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I salute democratic life in Niger.
It represents an example for the region and the entire continent.
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Appreciating the challenges faced by the army in this daily fight against terrorists, Antonio Guterres calls for support.
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Looking at the remarkable performance of the Niger Army, the international community must fully invest in building the capacity of the Niger Army.
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A call for solidarity for the countries of the Sahel is more than necessary, according to President Mohamed Bazoum.
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Challenges we face: terrorism, violence, climate change, human distress...
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The United Nations will remain at Niger's side, specified the head of the UN, the country arouses a lot of hope: “
to offer prospects to Nigerien youth, including young girls.
This Tuesday morning, Antonio Guterres will travel to Ouallam, to meet 126,000 displaced people.
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